Medical Assistant Career Opportunities

Medical assisting is one of the country’s fastest growing career areas. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, job opportunities in this area are projected to grow much faster than average in the coming years due to advances in medical technology and the needs of an aging, growing population.* Globe University/Minnesota School of Business offers an employer-approved associate degree program in Medical Assistant, preparation for this rewarding field.

Qualifications and training

Employers look for versatile medical assistants who demonstrate professionalism in healthcare environments. They seek candidates who are proficient in a number of skills:

Performing clinical procedures including taking vitals, completing lab tasks and charting patient data.
Recognizing and using medical terminology appropriately.
Knowing and applying OSHA principles and safety precautions.
Understanding legal and ethical medical standards of practice.

Education. Associate degrees in medical assisting provide excellent preparation for entry-level positions in healthcare environments.

The 21-month Associate in Applied Science in Medical Assistant degree program at Globe University/Minnesota School of Business combines hands-on training in core technical skills with general education courses to provide a well-rounded education.

Certifications. Medical employers may also strongly favor candidates with industry certifications. Our medical assisting courses incorporate preparation for professional certifications.

Employment opportunities

Medical assistants work closely with physicians and other health practitioners to provide patient care. Duries include assisting doctors with diagnostic practices, helping patients fill out health care forms, performing lab tests and managing medical records. Responsibilities differ from one medical practice to the next depending on the size of the office and the specialty area of the practitioners. Job titles vary, but may include the following:

Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA)
Clinic supervisor
Laboratory assistant
Health information technician
Limited scope radiology technician
Office administrative assistant
Phlebotomist

Need more info, or help with your career search?

Our career services department offers lifelong career-search assistance for current students and alumni. To learn more about training for careers in medical assisting, call 1-877-655-7676 or send us a request for more information.

*U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition

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Globe University/Minnesota School of Business is accredited by Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award doctoral degrees, master’s degrees, bachelor of fine arts degrees, bachelor of science degrees, associate in applied science degrees and diplomas.

Working collaboratively with fellow Globe Education Network member Minnesota School of Business, the university offers college degree programs online and on campus in locations in the Minneapolis-St. Paul region (the IDS Center, Blaine, Brooklyn Center, Plymouth, Richfield, Elk River, Lakeville and Woodbury), Rochester, Shakopee, St. Cloud and Moorhead, Minnesota (MN); Appleton, Eau Claire, Green Bay, La Crosse, Middleton, Madison and Wausau, Wisconsin (WI); and Sioux Falls, South Dakota (SD). Our online program is world-wide, and our campuses serve students from Upper Midwest communities including Fargo, North Dakota (ND) and Bloomington, Eagan, White Bear Lake, Coon Rapids, Eden Prairie, Burnsville, Roseville, Maplewood, Minnetonka and Maple Grove, MN.